Best of D.C.: Accepting Nominations for ‘Best New Condo Building’
U Street's Moderno is certainly new—But is it the best?
As I wrote earlier, our "Best of D.C." issue is coming soon. On that note, let's talk "Best New Condo Building." We had a similar category—"Best-Designed Residential Development," won by City Vista—last year in our Reader's Poll. But nothing written by one of our writers. And nothing quite like what I'm proposing.
(At least, I don't think so—last year's issue was pretty sprawling. Hard to remember just exactly what we had in there.)
So who gets to be considered for "Best New Condo Building?" Any building with units on the market in the last year.
And what qualifies as "Best?" That's the tricky question. Is the winning property the best designed? The best bang for your buck? The best in terms of convenience and quality of life? I would say all those things matter. The "Best" is rather intangible. You just choose something that fits.
I've heard a few suggestions already.
The Viya was mentioned for its "great layouts";"The Ventura" for everything being "top of the line"; And lastly, the Axis Condos for their beautiful design elements.
6:36 pm
Ruth,
Thanks for the article. Being the listing agent and having had influence on the Ventura I think you know where my money is. Macy's Axis Condo's and Rod's Viya are fantastic choices as well.
Good luck on the piece,
Jesse
BuildingDC.com
12:10 pm
Ruth,
I vote for the Metropole, they have some of the sexiest finishes, the most dramatic layouts, the best location, and of course the most attractive & funniest sales team in the city.
But I may be slightly biased.
Cheers,
Andrew Riguzzi
DCRealEstate.com
2:07 pm
Another two submissions sent to me:
1. The Chastleton:
Fastest average sales anywhere in DC in 2008 because of awesome Dupont location, historcial significance, coupled with modern high end finshes. Amenities include, huge ballroom, fitness center, roof deck and monument views. Parking. Metro.
2. Woodley Wardman:
Managed to pre - sell 50% of the homes in 2008 which in unheard of in this market. Traditional historic row home renovation in front with a new modern tower behind- have your choice of two very different designs. Extremely high end finishes and almost every floor plan is unique. Garage Parking. Metro. Green building.
7:22 am
Savoy Court in Congress Heights DC (yup Ward 8)
With a rooftop deck, gym, gated courtyard, garages, two luxurious lobbies and hallways filled with jazz art this building is not only nice for SE but nice by NW standards. Property designed by a famous and award winning architect.
Stainless steele appliances, quartz countertops, hard wood floors just to name a few.
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood with great views of the Anacostia River, National Airport and the Nationals Stadium
All for about $175,000 for a one bedroom
http://www.SavoyCourt.com